What is an army chaplain?
An army chaplain is a military officer who provides spiritual counseling to military service men and women both on U.S. military bases and overseas.There are a number of requirements for serving as an army chaplain.TypesSome army chaplains are active duty, meaning they work full-time for the military, while others are civilian ministers who work with the National Guard and reserve units. Chaplains can be of the Jewish, Islamic or Christian faiths, but must be ordained clergy in their respective faiths.FeaturesAlthough they are ordained by a particular faith, army chaplains often provide counseling to soldiers in different religious backgrounds. When soldiers are overseas, chaplains stationed at military bases provide counseling and support for the deployed soldiers’ spouses and children.Education and TrainingIn addition to having official ordination from the leaders of their religious groups, prospective chaplains must have both a bachelor’s and graduate-level degree in religion or the
